Health Care Aide, Union- Casual - AgeCare South Terrace

AgeCare; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a compassionate Health Care Aide to join their dedicated team. This role focuses on providing personal care and support to seniors, ensuring their safety and well-being in a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with a commitment to upholding the organization's values. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that prioritizes dignity, respect, and compassion in every interaction.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Health Care Aide program with minimum 500 hours of theory and practicum.
• Experience working with seniors in community health services.

Responsibilities

• Respond to resident/client/family concerns and ensure appropriate action is taken.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for residents.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Personal Care Duties

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Education

Health Care Aide Program

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About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We believe we are working in our residents' homes and are dedicated to providing a comfortable, person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling.

The Opportunity

The Health Care Aide reports to Community Care RN Case Managers and provides personal care and performs tasks within their knowledge and skill set, under supervision, while adhering to standards, policies, and procedures.

What You Will Do

• Respond to resident/client/family concerns and ensure appropriate action is taken or concerns are communicated to the supervisor.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment, including residents' equipment and belongings.
• Observe and report safety concerns, implement interventions as directed, and advocate for client safety.
• Engage with other agencies involved in resident care as directed.
• Attend in-service training to develop knowledge and skills.
• Work trustfully with vulnerable adults.
• Uphold the organization's values related to ethics, morality, and integrity as outlined in the Code of Conduct.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate of a Health Care Aide program or equivalent with minimum 500 hours of theory and practicum.
• Experience working with seniors in community health services.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to provide personal care duties.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification recommended.
• Ability to perform tasks such as lifting/transferring clients.
• Must provide a current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check or be willing to obtain one.

If you are motivated to serve seniors with dignity, respect, and compassion, join us!